Operations Development Senior Manager ( F/M)

On behalf of a leading international retail company, we are recruiting high-potential leaders for an exclusive 18-month Fast Track Leadership Program. This accelerated development path is designed for ambitious professionals ready to prepare for Director-level roles and make real business impact in a fast-growing, international organization.

The program combines strategic projects, cross-functional exposure, and close collaboration with senior leaders, offering a unique opportunity to fast-track your leadership career within the retail sector.

Operations Development Senior Manager (F/M)

Position Overview

The Operations Development Senior Manager is a pivotal role designed as a launchpad for future leaders with  operational divisions, Sales, Expansion, and Logistics. Over an 18-month+ development horizon, the role combines hands-on operational experience with strategic exposure to how the retail network grows, delivers excellence in daily operations, and scales efficiently.

During the initial period, the person in this role will rotate across key operational areas, gaining end-to-end understanding of store performance, regional management, logistics optimization, and expansion strategy. The position is structured to accelerate readiness for director-level roles such as Regional Sales Director, Transport Director, or Expansion Director.

Ideal for someone with strong leadership potential, analytical mindset, and the ability to translate strategy into execution across large-scale retail operations.

Key Responsibilities:

18-Month Development Path

During the program, the Operations Development Senior Manager will:

• Rotate through core operational teams (Sales, Expansion, Logistics) to build a holistic view of retail operations.
• Lead selected high-impact projects focused on efficiency, network growth, and service quality.
• Collaborate with field teams and senior leadership to implement operational excellence initiatives.
• Develop management capabilities required for leading large regional teams or functional departments.

Target outcome after 18 months:

Readiness to take a senior management role in operations — leading regional sales, logistics, or expansion teams with direct impact on business performance.